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Tung Nguyen
News Editor

Having studied journalism at Monash University, Tung started his motoring journalism career more than a decade ago at established publications like Carsales and Wheels magazine.

Since then, he has risen through the ranks at GoAuto to Managing Editor before joining the CarsGuide team in 2019 as the newly-appointed News Editor.

Since starting at CarsGuide, Tung has spearheaded the push for well-researched and unique stories that will shines a light on the automotive industry for new-car-buying intenders, who might struggle to keep up to date with the fast-paced environment of motoring.

The last few years alone have seen an explosion of interest in electric cars, as well as a push for autonomous driving, and as News Editor, it is Tung’s job to stay abreast of all the latest and deliver stories worthy of CarsGuide growing audience.

A new BRZ? Don't get your hopes up about a production Subaru Sport Mobility Concept sports car
By Tung Nguyen · 05 Nov 2023
Subaru surprised the world with the reveal of the wildly-styled Sport Mobility Concept last week, but it could amount to little more than vapourware.
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Smooth operator! 2025 Skoda Superb breaks cover to keep the large sedan flame alive
By Tung Nguyen · 03 Nov 2023
Skoda has unveiled its next-generation Superb, which is due in sedan and wagon form in Australia from early 2025.
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Current MX-5 to go out with a bang as Mazda sees off petrol-powered roadster
By Tung Nguyen · 03 Nov 2023
The existing ND-series MX-5 will play host to more special edition variants as the swansong for fully petrol-powered sports car from Mazda.
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Mazda confident it can deliver sub-1000kg new-generation MX-5 despite electrification plans
By Tung Nguyen · 01 Nov 2023
Mazda believes it can build the new-generation electrified MX-5 with a weight of less than 1000kg to keep the ethos of the sporty model alive in the EV era.
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Heads up, Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux! Next-generation 2025 Isuzu N Series truck set to take a slice out of dual-cab ute market
By Tung Nguyen · 31 Oct 2023
Isuzu Trucks Australia is gearing up to launch its new-generation N Series light-duty truck from late next year, targeting a slice of the popular dual-cab ute market dominated by the likes of the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger.
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Mazda CX-90 2024 review: Azami D50e long-term | Part 2
By Tung Nguyen · 30 Oct 2023
Mazda's top-spec CX-90 Azami has a big asking price, but you also get a long list of equipment. How does it compare to more affordable grades and other large, three-row SUVs?
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Next-generation Mazda MX-5 to ditch manual gearbox due to electrification
By Tung Nguyen · 30 Oct 2023
Mazda’s current ND-series MX-5 will be the last to offer a three-pedal option as the brand looks to electrify its roadster range for the future.
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Mazda undecided on MX-5 powertrain future, but it will be electrified
By Tung Nguyen · 26 Oct 2023
Mazda’s next-generation MX-5 will be electrified, but what isn’t clear is exactly what that powertrain technology will look like.
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2024 Mazda CX-5 follows Toyota RAV4, Nissan X-Trail and Subaru Forester in dropping diesel from powertrain line-up
By Tung Nguyen · 19 Oct 2023
Mazda Australia discontinued the diesel-powered CX-5 from the local mid-size SUV line-up, while also upping pricing for the remaining petrol variants for next year.
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N-thusiasts only! Hyundai Australia's most expensive electric car ready to order soon
By Tung Nguyen · 18 Oct 2023
The 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N will be the Korean brand’s most expensive model, coming in at $111,000 before on-road costs.
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